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Looking for Directors for 2019-2020 Theatre Season...

Posted: Apr 06, 2019

We are looking for Director’s for our 2019-2020 Season at Theatre Tallahassee! Below is a link to a Google Form – which has all kinds of relevant questions that you should answer, if you are interested in Directing a show for us next season. Whether you’ve directed 1 show or a 100 this is your chance to apply to be a part of next seasons amazing lineup! Apply for 1, 2, 5 or all! What new season you say? In case you missed it – on the Mainstage – A Drowsy Chaperone, Murder On The Orient Express, Farce of Nature, A Gentleman’s Guide To Love And Murder and Plaza Suite, in The Studio, Coupla White Chicks Sitting Around Talking, Dancing Lessons and Becky’s New Car. So, there you have it, get to plotting and planning. Applications are due by Sunday April 28th. https://forms.gle/zU6sYkwvWu8pr51b7

Dance Teachers

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Posted: Mar 28, 2019

The Tallahassee Ballet is seeking experienced dance teachers for ages 2-adult in ballet, jazz, and contemporary for the summer of 2019 and the 2019-2020 school year. For more information please contact School Director, Meagan Helman at meagan@tallahasseeballet.org or 850-224-6817 ext:23. The Tallahassee Ballet is a regional, nonprofit dance company featuring a diverse repertoire of classical and contemporary ballet performed by both professional and emerging professional dancers. The Tallahassee Ballet promotes appreciation of the dance arts through annual productions, education, and community outreach.

Education Director wanted at LeMoyne Arts

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Posted: Mar 25, 2019

Job Title: Education Director Job Type: Full Time (40 hrs/week) Entry Level: No Reports To: Executive Director Required: B.A. Required Min. Experience 1 Year Updated: 3/8/19 POSITION DESCRIPTION The Education Director is a key member of the staff involved in all aspects of developing and implementing the institution’s educational and programming initiatives. A proven ability to create timelines, meet deadlines, conceptualize/oversee innovative public programs are essential components of the role. This position includes exhibition interpretation, curriculum development and audience outreach. This detail-oriented individual must work cooperatively and creatively, ensuring that the overall institutional goals are maintained, programs are effectively conceived and executed. The Education Director works closely with the Executive Director to promote the unique resources of the institution, including outreach and audience development. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Organize all education programming for the public * Provide and write education schedules at least 3 months advance * Administer registration for classes and camps in tandem with front desk personnel, and maintain contact with parents * Ensure a certain percentage of classes relate to exhibitions on view * Interview, hire, onboard and supervise all art instructors * Actively research potential grants to fund efforts of LeMoyne’s education initiatives * Actively seek and secure sponsorships, partnerships, and outreach-related fundraising opportunities * Serve as an institutional liaison with schools, museums, supporters of educational initiatives and other partners and to secure long-‐term relationships to enhance organizations’ education and outreach * Create marketing plans to expand program outreach * Create monthly and annual reports for art education attendance and income * Provide content for weekly social media posts * Responsible for proofing Education marketing materials and monitoring Education pages of website for accuracy * Submit payroll for teachers on a timely basis * Monitor building maintenance and ensure studios are clean and ready for classes * Maintain contact with various educational resources to promote programs and develop collaboration Art Classes Work with staff, volunteers, and interns to implement Art programs for adults, teens and children including but not limited to: * Coordinate and collaborate with studio art instructors to develop class offerings * Work with the ED, if necessary, to implement policies and procedures for studio art personnel * Purchase special materials and basic studio needs for classes within established budget and financial processes Art Camps Develop, coordinate, and implement camp programs that may include Spring Break, Summer Art Camp and Holiday Camps: * Interview, hire, onboard and supervise all art camp staff (teachers, assistants, volunteers) * Review and approve all lesson plans for camps * Purchase materials and supplies for camps (online orders in addition to local shopping) * Administer registration for camps in tandem with front desk personnel, and maintain contact with parents * Process payments for art camp as needed and keep payment schedules up-to-date for parents * Work with staff, volunteers, and interns to implement each art camp program Outreach Programs Work with the LeMoyne staff to design, implement and evaluate Outreach Programs. Work with staff, volunteers and contract labor, implement Outreach Programs including but not limited to: * Community Partnership Projects: develop relationships with Community Partners (nonprofit organizations, government and civic groups) to develop Outreach programs for specific audiences according to priorities identified by the LeMoyne staff * On-site Outreach Programs such as the PreK ArtSpark and Summer ArtCamp Service Project Whenever possible, coordinate content to support and utilize LeMoyne’s gallery exhibitions * Special Events Outreach Programs * Work with ED to develop policies and procedures for all Outreach Programs and then insure that all programs run according to these parameters SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND EVENTS Lead role with the development and implementation of the Mahaska Whitley High School Student Art Show and Competition, Chain of Parks Art Festival, and assist with Annual Holiday Show and Gallery Openings Annual Mahaska Whitley High School Exhibit: Student Art Show and Competition * Generate and mail sponsorship letters for Scholarship Fund in a timely manner * Acquire judges for competition and tally results to establish award recipients * Coordinate and organize logistics with Leon County high school art teachers * Coordinate drop off and pick up times for teachers and students for artwork * Responsible for organizing and generating all show materials in a timely manner including but not limited to event programs, labels for artworks, winner inserts, certificates for winners * Other duties as assigned LeMoyne Chain of Parks Art Festival * Organize all aspects of LeMoyne’s educational offerings at Chain of Parks. Create, attract and contribute to marketing program * In charge of setup and break down of LeMoyne children’s village, and recruiting volunteers * Assist Children’s Programs Chair with communications and outreach * Provide a children’s art activity area including funding for materials and programming Annual Holiday Show: Aid in set-up and break-down of installation/work front desk as needed Gallery Openings: Assist with set up and/or break down for openings Additional Duties: * Attend public functions in the capacity of Education Director as required * Organize and supervise facility rentals in Education Building Qualifications * Above-average organizational skills are required for this position and the ability to adhere to timelines and deadlines is essential * The candidate should possess an overall proactive approach to the job and a strong work ethic * The ability to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner be flexible with shifting priorities is required * Vision, integrity and strong communication skills required * Knowledgeable about LeMoyne’s history, facilities, exhibitions and programs * Understand LeMoyne’s policies and procedures as they relate to the performance and duties of this position * Perform other duties as deemed appropriate by ED Conditions of Employment * May be required to work weekends, evenings and holidays in support of LeMoyne events and activities, such as Exhibition openings, First Fridays and the Holiday Show. Flexible hours may be accommodated as needed * May attend professional development courses that will add to knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the required duties of the Education Director during assigned work hours upon approval by the ED and availability of funds in the budget Please send letter of interest and CV to admin@lemoyne.org

LeMoyne Arts - Office Manager Wanted

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Posted: Mar 25, 2019

LeMoyne Arts Job Title: Office Manager Job Type: Part-time (26 hrs/week) Entry Level: No Reports To: Executive Director Education Required: Undergraduate Degree Min. Experience 2 Years Updated: 3/23/19 POSITION DESCRIPTION The Office Manager is responsible for smooth management of LeMoyne Art’s administrative office. Serves as primary support for Executive Director and point person for LeMoyne members. The work week for the Office Manager will be Tues-Friday 10AM-5PM. Candidate does not need arts background to apply. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Handle the majority of office paperwork, including monthly membership renewal letters, vendor agreements, contracts and facility rental agreements • Create monthly membership reports • Draft correspondence, including letters to board members, thank-you letters for sponsorships, membership renewal letters, etc. • Schedule volunteers and interns and generate monthly tracking reports • Proofread marketing materials • Handle all aspects of facility management • Assist with preparing grants • Assist preparing weekly income reports and check requests for CPA • Responsible for collecting time sheets and sending to CPA • Organize and maintain office files • Mail merging • Oversee mailings • Deposit money in bank on a weekly basis • Maintain and update mailing lists • Responsible for making sure office is equipped with supplies • Responsible for opening and closing LeMoyne as needed • Answer phones, update voicemail message on a regular basis • Assist with setting up and breaking down events/meetings • Assist with facility rentals • Other duties as assigned Qualifications To perform this job successfully, individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. • Above-average organizational skills are required for this position and the ability to adhere to timelines and deadlines is essential • Ability to perform in fast-paced environment with a proactive and positive attitude • The ability to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner and flexibility with shifting priorities is required • Excellent writing skills • Ability to interact with general public in a professional manner • Ability to problem-solve • Understand LeMoyne’s policies and procedures as they relate to the performance and duties of this position • Perform other duties as deemed appropriate by ED • Mid to above average knowledge of PC and Apple operating systems EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • Undergraduate degree from an accredited institution • At least 2 years previous related experience required • Graphic design skills and website management skills a plus • Experience working for non-profits a plus LANGUAGE SKILLS • Ability to speak and write English fluently MATHEMATICAL SKILLS • Basic mathematics required PHYSICAL DEMANDS • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Responsible accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions WORK ENVIRONMENT • Some lifting may be required CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT • May be required to work weekends, evenings and holidays in support of LeMoyne events and activities, such as Exhibition openings, First Fridays and the Holiday Show. Flexible hours may be accommodated as needed Instructions to apply: Please send letter of interest and CV to admin@lemoyne.org Deadline to apply: Open until filled

Education Director Wanted

Community ; Job ; Other ; Promotional Opportunity

Posted: Mar 11, 2019

Job Title: Education Director Job Type: Full Time (40 hrs/week) Entry Level: No Reports To: ExecutiveDirector Required: B.A. Required Min. Experience 1 Year Updated: 3/8/19 POSITION DESCRIPTION The Education Director is a key member of the staff involved in all aspects of developing and implementing the institution’s educational and programming initiatives. A proven ability to create timelines, meet deadlines, conceptualize/oversee innovative public programs are essential components of the role. This position includes exhibition interpretation, curriculum development and audience outreach. This detail-oriented individual must work cooperatively and creatively, ensuring that the overall institutional goals are maintained, programs are effectively conceived and executed. The Education Director works closely with the Executive Director to promote the unique resources of the institution, including outreach and audience development. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Organize all education programming for the public Provide and write education schedules at least 3 months advance Administer registration for classes and camps in tandem with front desk personnel, and maintain contact with parents Ensure a certain percentage of classes relate to exhibitions on view Interview, hire, onboard and supervise all art instructors Actively research potential grants to fund efforts of LeMoyne’s education initiatives Actively seek and secure sponsorships, partnerships, and outreach-related fundraising opportunities Serve as an institutional liaison with schools, museums, supporters of educational initiatives and other partners and to secure long-‐term relationships to enhance organizations’ education and outreach Create marketing plans to expand program outreach Create monthly and annual reports for art education attendance and income Provide content for weekly social media posts Responsible for proofing Education marketing materials and monitoring Education pages of website for accuracy Submit payroll for teachers on a timely basis Monitor building maintenance and ensure studios are clean and ready for classes Maintain contact with various educational resources to promote programs and develop collaboration Art Classes Work with staff, volunteers, and interns to implement Art programs for adults, teens and children including but not limited to: Coordinate and collaborate with studio art instructors to develop class offerings Work with the ED, if necessary, to implement policies and procedures for studio art personnel Purchase special materials and basic studio needs for classes within established budget and financial processes Art Camps Develop, coordinate, and implement camp programs that may include Spring Break, Summer Art Camp and Holiday Camps: Interview, hire, onboard and supervise all art camp staff (teachers, assistants, volunteers) Review and approve all lesson plans for camps Purchase materials and supplies for camps (online orders in addition to local shopping) Administer registration for camps in tandem with front desk personnel, and maintain contact with parents Process payments for art camp as needed and keep payment schedules up-to-date for parents Work with staff, volunteers, and interns to implement each art camp program Outreach Programs Work with the LeMoyne staff to design, implement and evaluate Outreach Programs. Work with staff, volunteers and contract labor, implement Outreach Programs including but not limited to: Community Partnership Projects: develop relationships with Community Partners (nonprofit organizations, government and civic groups) to develop Outreach programs for specific audiences according to priorities identified by the LeMoyne staff On-site Outreach Programs such as the PreK ArtSpark and Summer ArtCamp Service Project Whenever possible, coordinate content to support and utilize LeMoyne’s gallery exhibitions Special Events Outreach Programs Work with ED to develop policies and procedures for all Outreach Programs and then insure that all programs run according to these parameters SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND EVENTS Lead role with the development and implementation of the Mahaska Whitley High School Student Art Show and Competition, Chain of Parks Art Festival, and assist with Annual Holiday Show and Gallery Openings Annual Mahaska Whitley High School Exhibit: Student Art Show and Competition Generate and mail sponsorship letters for Scholarship Fund in a timely manner Acquire judges for competition and tally results to establish award recipients Coordinate and organize logistics with Leon County high school art teachers Coordinate drop off and pick up times for teachers and students for artwork Responsible for organizing and generating all show materials in a timely manner including but not limited to event programs, labels for artworks, winner inserts, certificates for winners Other duties as assigned LeMoyne Chain of Parks Art Festival Organize all aspects of LeMoyne’s educational offerings at Chain of Parks. Create, attract and contribute to marketing program In charge of setup and break down of LeMoyne children’s village, and recruiting volunteers Assist Children’s Programs Chair with communications and outreach Provide a children’s art activity area including funding for materials and programming Annual Holiday Show: Aid in set-up and break-down of installation/work front desk as needed Gallery Openings: Assist with set up and/or break down for openings Additional Duties: Attend public functions in the capacity of Education Director as required Organize and supervise facility rentals in Education Building Qualifications Above-average organizational skills are required for this position and the ability to adhere to timelines and deadlines is essential The candidate should possess an overall proactive approach to the job and a strong work ethic The ability to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner be flexible with shifting priorities is required Vision, integrity and strong communication skills required Knowledgeable about LeMoyne’s history, facilities, exhibitions and programs Understand LeMoyne’s policies and procedures as they relate to the performance and duties of this position Perform other duties as deemed appropriate by ED Conditions of Employment May be required to work weekends, evenings and holidays in support of LeMoyne events and activities, such as Exhibition openings, First Fridays and the Holiday Show. Flexible hours may be accommodated as needed May attend professional development courses that will add to knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the required duties of the Education Director during assigned work hours upon approval by the ED and availability of funds in the budget Please send letter of interest and CV to admin@lemoyne.org

Costumer for Summer Production of "Mamma Mia"

Call for Visual Artists ; Job

Posted: Feb 27, 2019

Young Actors Theatre is looking for a Costumer for our upcoming summer production of the hit musical MAMMA MIA. Ideal candidates should possess creativity, basic sewing skills, organizational and time management skills, ability to work with a team of directors, resourcefulness, problem solving and a love of the theatre. Prior costuming experience required. Rehearsals begin mid-May with a production run of June 21-30. Please send your resume and contact information to Robert Stuart, Artisitc Director, robert@youngactorstheatre.com

Now Hiring Summer Camp Teachers

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Posted: Feb 19, 2019

Seeking enthusiastic summer camp teachers for Tallahassee Museum summer camps! Teachers must enjoy the outdoors, science, the arts, and working to inspire and educate tomorrow’s leaders. We offer a healthy balance of indoor and outdoor activities in a 52 acre classroom of wild habitats, historic buildings, exhibit space, nature trails, lakes, and shared forestry land. A clean level 2 Federal background screening is required. To apply, email employment application and resume to hr@tallahasseemusuem.org ; no phone calls please. Employment application below.

ArtBridge: Mural Projects

Call for Visual Artists ; Job

Posted: Dec 30, 2018

ArtBridge is a new organization in Tallahassee that bridges art students from FAMU and FSU to create murals in our public schools. An inaugural mural location is already approved for installation at Springwood Elementary School. To honor their 35th anniversary our project will be part of their celebrations. College art students will thrive with an opportunity to work through the whole process with us from the first interview with each “client” to designing and installing a piece of history for each school family. The Tallahassee community gains beautiful works of art and will be proud of these two campuses bridging together to produce something beautiful for future generations to enjoy. Current or recent art students from FAMU and FSU, please email your interest to include: a few images of your work your availability during the spring semester contact info for 2 references a small paragraph about why this project is important, why you’d be a great member of the team, and what you hope to gain from the experience

Artist-in-Residence

Call for Dancers ; Call for Musicians/Vocalists ; Call for Visual Artists ; Job

Posted: Jul 05, 2018

We hire artists and therapists of all art forms to work with children and teens who have disabilities in the school and DJJ system. We are currently looking for artists in your county and would love to talk with any of your staff/artist who might be interested. It is only a one hour a week commitment for 8 weeks and we have two terms a year, fall and spring. I have included our teaching artist application as well as our website if you would like more information or would like to apply. Please share this information with your local artist. Teachers application: http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/2209118/VSA-Florida-Teaching-Artist-Application Website: http://vsafl.org/ I would love to speak with any artist and can email me directly if you like. Thank you and have a wonderful day! Dee Miller Director of Education, VSA Florida 813.974.0745 The State Organization on Arts and Disability. http://vsafl.org/

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